Maintenance Quality Inspector

We empower our diverse and inclusive staff to provide high-quality property management to our residents. We train our people to deliver superior customer service – focusing on how and why we do it. At POAH Communities, you can be part of our talented, energetic, customer-service oriented team. Are you ready to join us?

Position: Maintenance Quality Inspector Location: Cincinnati, OH Job : 1700

POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization managing over 13,000 affordable housing apartments. As part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. family, our team of 500+ professionals believes that quality housing management goes beyond providing safe, comfortable homes; it’s about creating environments where residents can thrive. Our commitment to excellence in affordable housing management serves as a foundation for resident success and community empowerment.

POAH Communities is seeking a highly qualified individual to serve as a Property Inspector for our Cincinnati Portfolio. This individual will be a bright and dynamic leader with hands‑on experience and the demonstrated ability to successfully manage staff and oversee day‑to‑day operations.

• Some post‑high school education preferred
• At least 3 years of related experience
• Knowledge of HUD regulations, forms, inspection criteria/processes and the low income housing tax credit program as they relate to physical assets and maintenance preferred
• Possess understanding of the Property Maintenance Codes and a familiarity with Codified Ordinances
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Proficiency in the use of computers to include Microsoft Office products, as well as smart phones and/or tablets
• Experience with Yardi software is preferred
• Ability to understand financial statements and accounting as it relates to apartment operations
• Periodic flexible hours and/or overtime as required
• Periodic travel by car or airplane may be required

• Advise property managers of REAC and USPS violations found on property
• Assist the property managers in complying with laws, codes and regulations
• Perform scheduled and regular inspections of properties in the region to check for and address any maintenance or aesthetic items/concerns
• Perform zoning compliance inspections as needed
• Inspect structures and properties to determine compliance with maintenance regulations
• Process complaints and handle inquiries related to property maintenance, zoning compliance and licensing
• Inspect property spaces including but not limited to vacant units, basements, commercial spaces, laundry rooms, and internal and external common areas
• Open, update, and close Work Orders
• Record Collection & Ordinance Duties
• Record inspection information, registration compliance, and licensing compliance, including inspection photos and findings
• Enter data, notes and compliance decisions via online tracking system
  
  Respond to complaints from residents
• Identify all violations upon inspection, maintain records, and schedule follow‑up inspections for determination of compliance
• Liaise with external agencies to ensure required permits and documents are procured, filed, and maintained; deliver permits, documents, packages, and other items between central office and properties
• Complete other related tasks as assigned

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness programming including monthly webinars and medical insurance discounts
• Financial: 401(k) with up to 4% company match; FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting;
  Life & AD&D insurance; free financial coaching
• Time Off: 15 days of PTO (increases with tenure), 2 personal days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
• Paid Leave: 12 weeks Parental Leave;
  Bereavement;
  Jury Duty;
  Voting
• Incentives: Employee referral bonus, suggestion rewards, employee recognition programming
• Professional development opportunities: tuition reimbursement, mentorship program, ongoing training and learning sessions, professional certifications

POAH Communities embraces equal opportunity employment and values workforce diversity. For additional details, please visit our website at